salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Nashville to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,849
$1,881
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,567
$1,652
💵 Families earn per year
$102,860
$83,445
🔑 Buying a house
$378,400
$413,600
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.9
96.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,108
$2,472
⚡ Electric bill per month
$178
$144
👥 People living there
252,583
690,130
Commute to work
25.8 min
24.7 min
College degree
36.9%
48%
Own their home
74.4%
52.4%
Below poverty line
9.4%
14.1%
Unemployment
4.9%
4.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Chesapeake for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Nashville for shorter commutes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Chesapeake | Nashville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $39,020 | $29,390 | -25% in Nashville |
| Truck Driver | $50,460 | $60,630 | +20% in Nashville |
| Operations Manager | $100,340 | $119,990 | +20% in Nashville |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,150 | $45,510 | +19% in Nashville |
| Police Officer | $59,690 | $68,780 | +15% in Nashville |
| Firefighter | $56,940 | $49,300 | -13% in Nashville |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,820 | $34,420 | +12% in Nashville |
| Market Research Analyst | $69,560 | $77,240 | +11% in Nashville |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chesapeake or Nashville cheaper to live in?
Chesapeake and Nashville cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Nashville to match $60,000 in Chesapeake?
About $59,018 a year gives the same standard of living in Nashville.
Where do people earn more, Chesapeake or Nashville?
The typical household earns $102,860 in Chesapeake and $83,445 in Nashville, 23% more in Chesapeake.